Here are ISTE’s 11 hot EdTech trends, and how e2L is bringing each of them to our partners.

The Four C’s

Critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity are the Four C’s that educators frequently reference when talking about desirable learner traits. These have been called everything from 21st Century Skills to Future Ready Skills.

e2L implements 7 Life Ready Skills that are in the same vein as the Four C’s, but with several significant differences. First, we take the Four C’s a step further by adding Growth Mindset, Autonomy, and Professional Ethics as necessary skills learners need to thrive. Second, Life Ready Skills aren’t something students will have one day, or that they’ll use in their futures beyond school. To be Life Ready is to be ready for life as it is right now and in the future.

Innovative learning environments

ISTE calls for more innovative learning environments that encourage active learning. e2L loves taking on the challenge of helping our partners design a more flexible learning environment that works for both educators and learners.

Maker programs / activities

Many students are tactile and learn from getting their hands dirty. ISTE recommends installing maker spaces and activities into the classroom to encourage tactile learners to apply their knowledge in real, relevant ways.

Computational thinking, coding, and robotics

As we integrate tech into the classroom, our learners need to understand the computational thinking that makes these devices function. Again, the trend is to make learning actionable with real-world examples, like robotics and coding, that students can use outside of the classroom.

Augmented and virtual reality

Field trips are a great way for learners to synthesize information, but they’re often expensive and require a significant paper trail. Augmented and virtual reality allow learners to explore the world in new ways to help them integrate information. For example, elementary school students can explore the Great Wall of China to synthesize information from their geography and history subjects.

Personalized learning

Learners aren’t cookie-cutters; everyone is different and requires a unique approach to their learning. Although personalized learning often seems like an unreachable dream for educators, it’s entirely possible to implement.

ISTE Standards best practices

ISTE is the one-stop shop for digital best practices for educators and learners. Sometimes districts feel overwhelmed meeting their own best practices on top of implementing ISTE Standards. e2L coaches on ISTE Standards through our eGROWE coaching model. ISTE Standards are also integrated into e2L Studio, so our partners don’t have to worry about following a separate set of standards.

These are just a few of the technology trends that will transform the learner experience in our public schools. What trends do you think are on the horizon for technology in education? Let us know in the comments!